Job Summary & Responsibilities

The Director of Product Marketing – Metrology leads the global product marketing strategy for Film and Optical Critical Dimension (OCD) solutions used in advanced semiconductor, advanced packaging and specialty devices process control. This role is responsible for driving market leadership across different segments by defining differentiated positioning, accelerating adoption, and aligning product innovation with evolving fab requirements.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Film/OCD /scatterometry, strong understanding of semiconductor process integration, and a proven ability to commercialize complex hardware–software solutions at scale.

Product & Market Strategy

• Own the product marketing strategy for OCD metrology platforms, models, and software

• Define market segmentation across different device segments

• Identify adoption drivers for advanced nodes, advanced packaging and specialty devices

• Partner with Product Management and R&D to influence Film and OCD roadmap

• Track technology inflections in film and OCD for advanced nodes, advanced packaging and specialty devices

Positioning & Messaging

• Develop differentiated value propositions for film and OCD solutions

• Translate complex OCD modeling, sensitivity, and accuracy concepts into customer value

• Define messaging around film/CD accuracy, precision, throughput, model robustness, and CoO

• Own product positioning, naming, and messaging consistency across regions

Go-to-Market (GTM) Leadership

• Lead global GTM strategy for new film and OCD platforms, model enhancements, and node insertions

• Drive product launch execution in close partnership with regional account team

• Collaborate on pricing, packaging strategies for film and OCD products

• Support customer adoption strategies for high-volume manufacturing (HVM)

Sales Enablement & Customer Engagement

• Develop sales and technical enablement materials including value stories, application notes, and competitive battlecards

• Train sales, applications, and field teams on film and OCD positioning and competitive differentiation

• Support key customer engagements, escalations, and executive-level reviews at leading fabs

Competitive & Customer Intelligence

• Lead competitive analysis across film and OCD and competing metrology technologies

• Conduct win/loss analysis and gather voice-of-customer feedback from leading fabs

• Act as a subject-matter expert and internal evangelist for film and OCD technology

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build and lead a global product marketing team focused on film and OCD metrology

• Partner closely with Product Management, R&D, Applications, Sales, and Service

• Influence executive leadership with market insights, data-driven recommendations, and growth strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field (MBA preferred)

• 12+ years of experience in product marketing, product management, or technical marketing

• 5+ years of people leadership experience

• Deep hands-on experience with Film/OCD / scatterometry metrology

• Strong understanding of semiconductor process control, advanced nodes and advanced packaging

Preferred

• Experience supporting leading logic, foundry, memory and advanced packaging customers

• Knowledge of EUV, multi-patterning, GAA, or 3D NAND integration challenges

• Experience with hybrid metrology and model-based process control

Key Skills & Competencies

• Deep technical credibility in film, OCD and semiconductor manufacturing

• Ability to translate complex modeling concepts into customer value

• Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline

• Executive-level communication and influence

• Global mindset and cross-functional leadership

What Success Looks Like

• Market leadership and clear differentiation in film and OCD metrology

• Successful insertion of film and OCD solutions at advanced technology nodes and advanced packaging

• Increased customer adoption and improved win rates

• Strong alignment between product, R&D, sales, and marketing

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

• Base Salary Range:

$172,000.00 - $258,000.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.

• Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.